If you want to learn about hedgehogs and hedgehog rescue, or if you want to research into hedgehogs
(Erinaceus europaeus Linné 1758), you will need books, further
specialist reading and all types of media. We have made a selection of recommended titles in several european
languages for all age groups.

We also offer public access to PrIgLiDat -
Pro Igel’s Literature Database.

Some of the publications are available from bookshops, but others
are only obtainable second-hand. All the books and articles should be available on loan from libraries.

At present the database of hedgehog literature contains about 1300 books and articles: technical scientific
literature makes up the greatest part of the listed works, specialised books and children’s books about hedgehogs
are also included.

The first educational programme about hedgehogs with many practical hints and guidance for projects on biology,
behaviour, habitat, hazards, hedgehog conservation and rescue. The multimedia-CD-ROM has been awarded a Comenius
Seal for outstanding educational software.

An essential CD-ROM for veterinary surgeons, universities and veterinary colleges, veterinary students and nurses,
hedgehog rescue centres and hedgehog carers, in fact for anyone who carries out hedgehog faecal examinations under
the microscope.

A video film about hedgehogs: Eckhard Bahr, the wildlife film producer from Dresden, accompanied hedgehogs for 2
years on their often secret journeys. Gripping observations illuminating the biology and behaviour of this native
creature.

Research into hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus Linné 1758)
is essential for the acquisition of knowledge and for proper hedgehog care. Pro Igel recommends – and encourages –
studies which contribute to the advancement of knowledge about hedgehogs.

We collect data for research to advance our knowledge about hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus Linné 1758)
and ask for your support.

For several years the breeding times and sizes of litters of hedgehogs in
Germany have been studied. We also need to know more about albino hedgehogs. Learn more and please join in by answering the
questionnaires. Thank you for your co-operation in advance! Read more under
Hegdehog research.